Dentist

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Description of Work This position is located at Pasquotank Correctional Institution in Elizabeth City, NC. Position provides primary dental care and treatment for Pasquotank CI. Position takes and reviews medical and dental history and performs examination of hard and soft tissues. Position will initiate appropriate dental care and treatment of offender patients. Position will order appropriate diagnostic studies, arrange for follow up and consultation and supervise the dental staff in their practice of dentistry in the areas of oral surgery, endodontics, prosthetics and periodontics. Position will provide proper and accurate documentation of procedures in dental and medical charts and monitor all aspects of infection control including barrier techniques for staff, equipment and proper sterilization of instruments. Dentist will ensure offenders are provided oral hygiene instructions and inform offenders of diagnostic and treatment concerns. Position is responsible for documentation of weekly spore testing and maintenance procedures of equipment, assessment of offender and staff needs to determine the need for new programs or program adjustments, supervise daily tasks of dental assistant and delegates duties for the effective operation of the dental office, evaluate operations and procedures, analyze deficiencies and suggest solutions. Provide written responses to offender grievances and written responses to DAC Legal when necessary. Maintains professional demeanor and ensures positive communication with dental, medical and custody staff for effective operation of the dental office. Salary Range: $111,858 – $223,714 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Documented knowledge of dental practices and developments in the field of dentistry. Licensed to practice dentistry in the state of North Carolina. Benefits Health Insurance options Retirement Plans Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr